100 new jobs for city as UK switches to eco-fuel
Hull City Council has welcome the creation of up to 100 new jobs as Vivergo Fuels reopens as part of ambitious Government plans to bring a new eco-fuel to petrol … More
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Hull visitor attraction to be a UK leader in energy efficiency
A new maritime experience at Hull’s historic North End Shipyard is set to become one of the most energy efficient buildings in the UK’s cultural and heritage sector.
As part … More
Schools in Hull prepare for full re-opening
Primary schools, secondary schools, special schools and colleges will open to all pupils from Monday 8 March.
Primary school pupils will all return on Monday 8 March, and secondary and … More
Hull’s Guildhall carillon bells and clock fall silent for repairs
Hull’s Guildhall carillon bells and Barnard Cook clock have fallen silent to make way for major repairs to one of the last remaining Time Balls in the UK.
The historic … More
‘Selfish’ fly-tippers warned in new campaign
A city-wide fly-tipping campaign has been launched to remind people of how to dispose of their waste.
The warning comes after nine people were issued with fixed penalty notices this … More
Have your say on the future of Hull’s historic Old Town
The public are being invited to share their views on the future of Hull’s Old Town.
The historic area, home to Hull Minster, Trinity Square, the cobbled High Street and … More
Work to improve traffic signals gets underway
Work to improve key traffic signals in Freetown Way will step up a gear next week.
The upgrade will take place at the junction of Freetown Way, George Street and … More
Log on and have your say on major Hull upgrade
Members of the public can go online and have their say on a major upgrade that will transform Hull.
The A63 Castle Street scheme will create a much better connection … More
New Welcome to Hull signage looks to the future
Vibrant new Welcome to Hull signs will start appearing on the main routes into the city from this weekend [20 February 2021]. The colourful signs feature iconic images celebrating Hull’s … More
Council welcomes Siemens Gamesa expansion for Hull
Hull City Council has welcomed a new “game-changer” planning application, from Siemens Gamesa, to double the size of their blade manufacturing facility in the city, potentially creating hundreds of new … More
New edition of Love Hull lands next week
The next edition of Love Hull will land on doormats across the city next week.
Love Hull magazine, launched in 2019 features interviews, highlights and updates on the biggest things … More
Hull’s Empty Homes Programme improves neighbourhoods
Empty Homes Week, 15-21 February, provides an opportunity to highlight the work taking place to bring empty properties back into use to help meet housing needs.
Hull City Council is … More
Hull City Council Leader publishes Budget Statement for year ahead
Updated: Full Council has today, 25 February, approved the budget for 2021/22.
Hull City Council Leader, Councillor Stephen Brady, has published the proposed Budget Statement for 2021/22, ahead of it … More
Roadworks to begin in Merrick Street
Essential work to repair Merrick Street will begin on Monday 22 February.
The work will take place for five weeks, and a diversion route will be in place via Thomas … More
Hull City Council opens more rapid testing sites
Hull City Council is opening more rapid testing sites to protect the city and residents against the spread of coronavirus.
The new sites are for local workers who are unable … More
Refurbishment of iconic Grade II-listed city centre building takes shape
The refurbishment of an iconic Grade II-listed city centre building is taking shape as part of a £2.45m project.
The main part of the project involves the refurbishment of the … More
Arco’s Waverley Street HQ to be demolished to drive £355m A63 upgrade forward
The demolition of Arco’s Waverley Street head office is now underway to support the A63 Castle Street improvement scheme.
The £355m upgrade, designed to relieve traffic congestion for around 47,000 … More
Census 2021 is coming
Households across Hull will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021.
The census, run by the Office for National Statistics, is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the … More
Public realm to be transformed in Hull’s popular Fruit Market
Plans to transform the streets in the popular Fruit Market area have been revealed.
As part of the ongoing regeneration of the Fruit Market, a number of improvements have been … More
Council and businesses unite in pandemic to create hundreds of jobs
Hull city council’s new employment hub, working with over 80 businesses in the city, has delivered a major new programme to offer hundreds of life-changing career opportunities for those struggling … More
Historic Truelove flag to be conserved
The Truelove flag, dating back to 1873, is to be conserved as part of the Hull Maritime project.
The 147 year-old flag hung from the north wall of the old … More
Hull school chosen as region’s Teaching School Hub
St Mary’s College has been selected by the Department for Education to be a Teaching School Hub, providing school leader and teacher training and development for the region’s teachers.
The … More
Guildhall Time Ball restoration works get underway
Preparatory work to one of the UK’s last remaining Time Balls is now underway.
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Hull City Council, a fully working … More
Empty homes week celebrates success of shared tenancies for young people in Hull
Empty Homes Week, 15-21 February, provides an opportunity to highlight the work of councils and housing providers to bring empty properties back into use to help meet housing needs.
Hull … More
Submit your artwork for chance to exhibit at Ferens Art Gallery as part of annual Open Exhibition
Submissions are now being accepted for Ferens Art Galley’s annual showcase, the Open Exhibition.
This year’s Open, the 54th, is set to launch at the Ferens Art Gallery … More
Vaccine centre a ‘huge step forward’ but we must remain cautious – Hull health lead
With Hull City Hall now operating as the Humber region’s largest vaccination centre, Hull City Council’s Director of Public Health, Julia Weldon, has welcomed the development but said social distancing … More
Online programme to celebrate female authors, activists and journalists
A four-week online programme, from Hull Libraries, launches next week celebrating female writers.
Leading up to International Women’s Day on Monday 8 March, Unfinished Business: The Fight for Women’s Rights… More
Join Hull Libraries and special guests for free online half term fun
Families are invited to join Hull Libraries and their special guests in a range of activities to enjoy from the comfort of home this half term.
Learn new skills and … More
Young artists to take centre stage at Ferens Junior Open
Hundreds of talented young artists will be showcased this weekend at the Ferens Junior Open.
The annual Junior Open, taking place online for the first time, launches on Friday 12 … More
Magical Museums activity booklet and digital programme created to support families during lockdown
Hull Museums and the Ferens Art Gallery have teamed up with a local artist to create a free family activity booklet packed with fun and exciting crafts and activities to … More